El Cajon DUI Defense Attorney
DUI With Injury
A driver under the influence involved in a car wreck that hurts or injures an individual faces serious charges of felonies. In California, a DUI or drunk driving accident that injures someone is a very serious offense that can carry a sentence of up to 3 years in prison, with an additional year for every person injured or an additional 3 years if the victim suffers from serious bodily injuries. DUI offenses are typically misdemeanors in California but DUI accidents that cause injury or death are oftentimes felonies.
Talk to a knowledgable and experienced El Cajon DUI lawyer immediately because it is very important to have good legal representation when facing a charge for driving under the influence, especially if it involves an accident, injury or death. DUI Crew’s group of qualified and experienced legal representatives help people throughout El Cajon and San Diego who face charges of DUI with injury. We understand that you’re in a tough spot that may result in criminal convictions and/or serious penalties if they are not handled properly and immediately.
What defines a DUI with Injury?
A DUI causing an injury is looked at as a very serious offense. DUI with injury is when a driver who has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or greater or whose normal abilities to operate a vehicle are impaired due to taking alcohol and/or drugs, causes an accident that results in injury to another individual. The injury can be minor, serious or even life-threatening. The severity of the injuries will determine if the defendant is looking at misdemeanor or felony charges.
When our attorneys represent a client who is facing a DUI with injury charge, they will perform an extensive investigation into the client’s charges. Our El Cajon DUI lawyers will also work with accident reconstruction experts and professionals in forensics as well as blood and breath tests to weaken the case of the prosecution.
If you’re facing charges of a DUI with injury, call an El Cajon DUI lawyer today.